1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | F-150 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
