2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 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 66 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Ducato | 1000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2230 mm |