1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1963 Simca Ariane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Simca Ariane. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Aurelia | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
