1990 Ford Probe vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1990 Ford Probe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 236 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Probe | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
