1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 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, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 750 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
