2005 Lada 110 vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 26 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100.
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, 1979 Simca 1100 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | 110 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
