1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1400 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
