1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1957 Simca Aronde is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 6C | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
