1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1954 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1943 Simca 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Aurelia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
