1968 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1973 Simca 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1100 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
