1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Festiva | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
