1982 Simca 1100 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 875 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1982 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1982 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Simca | SsangYong |
| Model | 1100 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
