1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1979 Fiat 127 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 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 1967 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 127, 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, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 127 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
