1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Fiat Argenta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Argenta (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Argenta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
