1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Thema | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
