2007 Ford Territory vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 975 kg more than 1972 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Territory | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
