1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 1967 Simca 1100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1100 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 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 1961 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 850 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
