1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1977 Simca 1100 is newer by 17 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 942 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1100 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 850 (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 850 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 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 | 570 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |