1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
