2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 29 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 630 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Croma | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
