1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 1971 Simca 1100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 1000 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |