2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 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 241 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 247 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Expedition | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
