2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Milan | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
