1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, both 1966 Lancia Flavia and 1966 Simca 1300 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Lancia | Simca |
Model | Flavia | 1300 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |