1994 Lancia Thema vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 20 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), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 322 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, 1994 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Thema | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Thema | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
