1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 142 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Delta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
