1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
