1968 Simca 1100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 307 kg more than 1968 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1100 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
