1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 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), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 510 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Kappa | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 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 | 202 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
