1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Simca 1100 is newer by 21 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Simca 1100 weights approximately 232 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, 1981 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 1000 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 912 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 | 47 L |
