1976 Simca 1100 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 33 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 1010 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 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1100 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | 1100 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| 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 | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
