2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000.
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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | F-150 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2230 mm |
