1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 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 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (43 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Panda | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
