2000 Ford Ka vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Ka | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
