1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 131 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |