1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1968 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1100 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 600 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 1957 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 600 | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 600 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 47 L |