1968 Simca 1100 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 718 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1100 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
