1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301.
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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 131 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |