1971 Simca 1100 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 548 kg more than 1971 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 Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1100 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
