2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 27 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 736 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Thesis | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
