1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 265 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Beta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
