1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Explorer | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
