1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Cutlass | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
