1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1973 Simca 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1100 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 1300 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 42 L |
