1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Tracker | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 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 |
