1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, both 1963 Lancia Fulvia and 1963 Simca 1300 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1963 Simca 1300 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 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Fulvia | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
