1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 305 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mondeo | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
