1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lancia Beta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Beta | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
