1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 18 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Cabriolet | 1100 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |