1986 Lancia Prisma vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Prisma | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Prisma | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
