1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, 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, 1978 Simca Horizon (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1500 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
