1992 Innocenti 990 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1992 Innocenti 990 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Innocenti 990.
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, 1992 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Innocenti 990 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | 990 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
