1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Cougar | 1100 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |