2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 67 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Expedition | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
