1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 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 Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Palio | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 91 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 | 1150 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
