2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Ducato | 1301 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2530 mm |