1956 Rover P4 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 574 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.
Because 1956 Rover P4 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1972 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1972 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | P4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
