1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Flavia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
