1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 386 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Vectra | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
