2008 Ford Focus vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 377 kg more than 1961 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 Focus (184 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Focus | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 36 L |
