1972 Simca 1100 vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 259 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1100 | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Simca | Xedos |
| Model | 1100 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
