2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (54 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Panda | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
