1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Campagnola | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 36 L |
