1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Appia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
