1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto.
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, 2009 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1100 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
