1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
