1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000.
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, both vehicles can yield 73 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 1100 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 36 L |