1972 Morris 1800 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1972 Morris 1800 and 1972 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morris 1800 (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morris 1800 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Morris 1800 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morris 1800 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | 1800 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
