2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | E-150 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
