1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1995 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1995 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Fiesta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
