1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Delta | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
