1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 388 kg more than 1962 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, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Delta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
