2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan 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 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 300 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econovan | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Econovan | 1301 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |