1977 Simca 1100 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1100 | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
