1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Simca 1301 (51 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 500 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |