2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Ducato | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
