1986 Holden Drover vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Drover | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
