2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1846 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Freestyle | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
