1973 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 39 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100.
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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Simca | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
