2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 43 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Strada | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
