2005 Rover 75 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 75 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 944 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
