1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 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 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Palio | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1230 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
