1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Simca 1100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 925 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 1961 Jaguar MK IX 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 1961 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | MK IX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
