1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 535 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Thema | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
