1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 886 kg more than 1969 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Roadmaster | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
