1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 13 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 810 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | Jarama | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |
