1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 435 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Scorpio | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
