1998 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Delta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
