2006 Rover 25 vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 27 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 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 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 25 | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 25 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
