1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
