1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Lancia Flaminia 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Flaminia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
