1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1308 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, 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, 1979 Simca 1308 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 750 | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |
