1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace
To start off, 1957 Fiat 600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 600 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace.
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 600 | 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 600 | Type 11 Monoplace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2250 mm |
