1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 Fiat 127 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca 1000 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Simca 1000 (73 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm). This means 1961 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 127 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 36 L |
