1959 Fiat 1500 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 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1500 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
