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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 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. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 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 (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 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 | 1367 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 860 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 |
