1955 Simca Aronde vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 43 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 184 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.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Aronde | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | Aronde | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
