1974 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Simca 1100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 88 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Fulvia | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Fulvia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
