2001 Lada 110 vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 2001 Lada 110 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Lada 110.
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 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 110 | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | 110 | 1308 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
