1984 Lancia Prisma vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1984 Lancia Prisma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 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, 1984 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Prisma | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Prisma | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
