1955 Simca Aronde vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1957 Simca Aronde is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. Both 1955 Simca Aronde and 1957 Simca Aronde are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Aronde | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Aronde | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
