1995 Fiat Punto vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1995 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 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, 1995 Fiat Punto (83 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1995 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Punto | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
