1976 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 34 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 842 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 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1100 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Simca | Infiniti |
| Model | 1100 | M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
