2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,967 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 151 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 860 kg more than 1972 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Five Hundred | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
