1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (148 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Simca | Peugeot |
| Model | 1100 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2613 mm |
