2009 Lada 111 vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 111 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 111 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Lada 111 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 111 | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | 111 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
