2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 258 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Expedition | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
