1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1962 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. 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, 1962 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Flavia | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
