2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca 1000 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Panda (81 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Panda | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 36 L |
