2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1551 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Land Rover | Simca |
Model | LR3 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 47 L |