1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1963 Simca 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (120 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 190 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
