2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Panda | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
