1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1100 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Tipo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
