1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1954 Simca Aronde is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 410 kg more than 1954 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:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 6C | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1954 |
| 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 | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
