1978 Austin Marina vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Austin Marina is newer by 2 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Marina weights approximately 2 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 1978 Austin Marina 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 1978 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1978 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Marina | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
