1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde.
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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Stratos | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
