2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. 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 F-150 (496 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | F-150 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 36 L |
