1965 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Fulvia | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Fulvia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
