1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 93 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Aurelia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
