1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 820 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
