1971 Simca 1100 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 40 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 855 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.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1100 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Simca | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
