1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Cabriolet | 1000 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |