1975 Simca 1100 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 31 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 90 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1100 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Simca | Smart |
| Model | 1100 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
