1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1963 Simca 1500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1500 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1500 weights approximately 461 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Simca 1500 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 750 | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 750 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |