1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 1600 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
