1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 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, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 128 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
