2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 792 kg more than 1973 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 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Milan | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
