1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 24 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 27 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca 1000 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 1961 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 126 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2230 mm |
