1951 Simca Aronde vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 21 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100.
Because 1951 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Simca Aronde (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Aronde | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 42 L |
