1954 Simca Aronde vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Simca Aronde (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Simca Aronde weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Simca Aronde | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | Aronde | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |