1974 Opel Admiral vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1977 Simca 1100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Admiral weights approximately 595 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Opel Admiral 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 1974 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1974 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Admiral | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Admiral | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
