1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Alpina B6 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 1995 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Alpina | Simca |
| Model | B6 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
