1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Uno | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
