1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Simca 1100 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | 88 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5318 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
