1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 27 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 110 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Duna | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
