2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Rondo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
