1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 21 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 202 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, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Lantra | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Simca |
| Model | Lantra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
