1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 850 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
