2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 530 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Phedra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
