1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 47 L |
