1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 610 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.
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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
