2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 512 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Simca |
| Model | Tacuma | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
