2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sportage | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
