1978 Ford Capri vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1978 Ford Capri and 1978 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 206 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 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Capri | 1100 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |