1973 Simca 1100 vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1973 Simca 1100 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Simca | Tatra |
| Model | 1100 | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
