1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Elan | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Elan | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
