1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1974 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Explorer | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
