1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Lancia | Simca |
Model | Appia | 1100 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 910 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |