1976 Simca 1100 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 862 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1100 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Simca | SsangYong |
| Model | 1100 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
