1973 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,400 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 843 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.
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 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2919 mm |
