2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1972 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 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Mountaineer | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
