1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Simca 1301 (51 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 750 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
