1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1982 Mercury LN7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury LN7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury LN7 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury LN7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury LN7 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1974 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, 1982 Mercury LN7 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury LN7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury LN7 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | LN7 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
