1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Because 1977 Alpine A 110 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 1977 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 110 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
