1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 356 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 Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Brava | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
