1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Simca 1100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 218 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Vedette | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
