1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 1967 Simca 1100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 1800 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |