1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 568 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | 021 C | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 36 L |
