1955 Fiat 500 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1962 Simca 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca 1000 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1955 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 500 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |
