1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 264 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Simca | Lancia |
| Model | 1301 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
