1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 16 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, 1985 Lancia Prisma (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Prisma | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
