1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Delta | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
