2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 235 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.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Fiesta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
