1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 1971 Simca 1100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
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, 1971 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Datsun | Simca |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
