1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Lancia | Simca |
Model | Appia | 1301 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |