2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Taurus | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
