2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 691 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mondeo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
