2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 31 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2023 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.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Hummer | Simca |
| Model | H2 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 42 L |
