1982 Simca 1100 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 648 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
