1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Falcon | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
