1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
