1999 Lancia Delta vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Delta weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Delta | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Delta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
