1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 420 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Cougar | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
