1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 795 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Kappa | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
