1995 Rover 600 vs. 1982 Simca 1100
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 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 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 600 | 1982 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 600 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
