1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Corsa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
