1965 Simca 1300 vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Albea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Albea weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 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 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Albea, 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, 2007 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1300 | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
