1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr 700C 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 1965 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Simca 1100 (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Simca | Steyr |
| Model | 1100 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1950 mm |
