1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1000 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
