1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 22 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 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1308 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Appia 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, 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, 1979 Simca 1308 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Appia | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
