2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 150 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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Palio | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2230 mm |
