1967 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor.
Because 1967 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. 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 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Minor | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Minor | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
