1979 Simca 1100 vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda 1000 MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB (47 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Because 1968 Skoda 1000 MB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda 1000 MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1100 | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
