2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2006 kg more than 1972 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 Excursion (475 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Excursion | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
