1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 Simca 1200S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1500 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
