1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1976 Simca 1307
To start off, 1976 Simca 1307 is newer by 19 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 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1307. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 1976 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Aurelia | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
