1996 Rover 600 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1996 Rover 600 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 600 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 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 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 600 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Rover | Simca |
Model | 600 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 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 |