1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 110 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Beta | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
