1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 380 kg more than 1951 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
Model | Miura | Aronde |
Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 39 L |