2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1962 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Ducato | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
