1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 24 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 200 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Barchetta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2230 mm |
