1971 Simca 1100 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1100 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1100 | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1100 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
