1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Delta weights approximately 81 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Because 1966 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Delta | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
