1974 Simca 1100 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1100 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
