1975 Simca 1100 vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1100 | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
