2006 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escape | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1288 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
