1973 Simca 1100 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 705 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Simca 1100 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Simca | Xedos |
Model | 1100 | 9 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |