1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 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 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Bonneville | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
