1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Chevrolet Camaro (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Camaro | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4958 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
