2004 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Focus | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
