1982 Simca 1100 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Simca 1100 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
