1981 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Simca 1100 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1100 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
