1970 Simca 1100 vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1970 Simca 1100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1500 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1500 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1970 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1500 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 1963 Simca 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1963 Simca 1500 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1100 | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1100 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
