1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1948 Simca 11
To start off, 1962 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 11 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Simca 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Simca 11 (60 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Simca 11 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 500 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1948 Simca 11.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1948 Simca 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 500 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2250 mm |
