2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 646 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mondeo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
