1999 Opel Signum vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 655 kg more than 1976 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 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Signum | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
