1951 Simca Aronde vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Aronde | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
