1999 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 22 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 680 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Regal | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
