1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Appia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
