1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1962 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 130 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 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 | 1474 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
