1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1970 Simca 1200S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1200S weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 1100 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |