1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Cabriolet | 1301 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |