1958 Fiat 1900 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1964 Simca 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. 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:
| 1958 Fiat 1900 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1900 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
