1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100.
Because 1963 Lancia Flavia 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Simca 1100 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Flavia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
