2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Bantam | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
