1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 34 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Simca | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2737 mm |
