2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 533 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Grand Am | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
