1975 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 43 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
