1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Appia (78 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1956 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Appia | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
