2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Duna | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
