1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 535 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, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1100 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
