1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 360 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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
