1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1968 Simca 1301 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1301 (68 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Lancia | Simca |
Model | Appia | 1301 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |