1993 Rover 200 vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Rover 200 (124 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
