1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 400 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
