1961 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 314 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 30 L |
