1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 128 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Punto | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
