2006 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1852 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Focus | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
