2000 Ford Puma vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Puma | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
