2007 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Ford Focus (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Focus | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
