2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Expedition | 1300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1290 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 | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |