1966 Rover P5 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 820 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 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | P5 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
