1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 374 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Acclaim | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
