1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
