1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 386 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Tracker (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Tracker | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
