1996 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Grand Prix | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
