1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT.
Because 1967 Bizzarrini GT 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 1967 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini GT | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Simca |
| Model | GT | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
