1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1953 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Flavia | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 39 L |
