2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 43 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1764 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Expedition | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 36 L |
