1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 490 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.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
