1969 Lotus Seven vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1969 Lotus Seven and 1969 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1100 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Because 1969 Lotus Seven 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 1969 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Lotus Seven (123 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm). This means 1969 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Seven | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Lotus | Simca |
Model | Seven | 1100 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 91 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |