1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124.
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, 1963 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 124 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |