2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1809 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | F-250 | 1200S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1204 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 53 L |