1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1981 Fiat 127 (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 127 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
