1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Sapporo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
