2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Tracker | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
