1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Fiat 1100 (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1100 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
