2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1301 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1301. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Panda | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
