1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Vivace | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
