1975 Simca 1309 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1309 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1309 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 Simca 1309 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1309 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1309 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
