1990 Opel Kadett vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Opel Kadett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100.
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 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Kadett | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Kadett | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
