1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Gamma is newer by 10 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 460 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, 1982 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Simca | Lancia |
| Model | 1000 | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
