1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 356 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
