1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 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 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Pontiac | Simca |
Model | Bonneville | 1100 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 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 | 5120 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |