1953 Simca Aronde vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1953 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 1953 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (126 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Simca Aronde | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aronde | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 45 L |
