1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 10 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 500 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.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Lumina | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
