1957 Seat 600 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Seat 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 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | 600 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |