1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Kappa | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
