1996 Lada 110 vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000.
Because 1967 Simca 1000 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 1967 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110, 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, 1996 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | 110 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
