1993 Ford Falcon vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (216 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Falcon | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
