1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1974 Simca 1100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Simca 1100.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1400 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
