2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 29 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Ypsilon | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
