1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 27 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 520 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Cutlass | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
