2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 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 Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Strada | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
