1992 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 387 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 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
