1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2001 Proton Perdana is newer by 23 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Perdana weights approximately 365 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, 2001 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Simca | Proton |
| Model | 1100 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| 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 | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
