1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1976 Simca 1307
To start off, 1976 Simca 1307 is newer by 17 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1307 weights approximately 360 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, 1976 Simca 1307, 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, 1976 Simca 1307 (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1976 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 1000 | 1307 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 70 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |