1998 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 438 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Breeze | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Breeze | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |
