1952 Simca Aronde vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 51 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, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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, 2003 Smart Roadster (110 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2003 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Simca Aronde | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Simca | Smart |
| Model | Aronde | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
