1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 1970 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 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 1,203 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1100, 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, 1970 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Lancia | Simca |
Model | Appia | 1100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |