2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 926 kg more than 1974 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Freestar | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
