1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 1000 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |