1960 Moretti Panoramica vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti Panoramica | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Moretti | Simca |
| Model | Panoramica | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2230 mm |
