1952 Simca Aronde vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Simca Aronde (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1952 Simca Aronde (88 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 1952 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Simca Aronde | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | Aronde | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
