1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Fiat Uno (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Uno | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
