1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon. 1978 Simca Horizon has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Simca Horizon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Duna | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
