1968 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 10 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, 1968 Ford Escort (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Escort | 1100 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |