1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Tempo | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
