1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Dodge Omni is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Omni (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Omni weights approximately 64 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Dodge Omni (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Omni | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
