2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 373 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Focus | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
