2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | F-150 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |
