1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Ascona | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
