1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 54 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Fulvia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
