1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1957 Simca Vedette
To start off, both 1957 Fiat 1200 and 1957 Simca Vedette were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Vedette (79 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Vedette should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Vedette weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1957 Simca Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 1200 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |