1979 Simca 1100 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Simca 1100 (124 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1100 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
