2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Thesis | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2450 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
