1968 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1977 Simca 1100 is newer by 9 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
