1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1500 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 1963 Simca 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Simca 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Duna | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
