1951 Holden FX vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1959 Simca Aronde is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Holden FX (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 10 kg more than 1951 Holden FX.
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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Holden | Simca |
Model | FX | Aronde |
Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 89 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |