1946 Allard K1 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Simca Aronde is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 107 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, 1946 Allard K1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1946 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Allard | Simca |
Model | K1 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1946 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |