1997 Seat Arosa vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Arosa (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Because 1964 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Seat Arosa (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Arosa | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Arosa | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
