2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 36 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 315 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Grande Punto | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
