1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 424 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | Horizon | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
