1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 368 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Beta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 36 L |
