1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Appia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 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 |
