1980 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 439 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.
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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Simca 1100 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 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 | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
