1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Tipo | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
