1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1982 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1982 Lancia Trevi 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 285 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 Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Trevi 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 Trevi | |
| Make | Simca | Lancia |
| Model | 1000 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
