1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1968 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1968 Simca 1301 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 1968 Simca 1301. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1968 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Fulvia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 995 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
