1975 Simca 1100 vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1100 | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Opa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
