1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Barchetta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
