2006 Opel Agila vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Agila | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
