1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Lancer | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
