1955 Simca Aronde vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1967 Triumph GT6 is newer by 12 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Aronde weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Aronde | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | Aronde | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
