1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1971 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-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | F-250 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |