2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 738 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Five Hundred | 1300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |