2006 Fiat Albea vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Albea weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Albea | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Albea | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
