1955 Simca Aronde vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 49 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Simca Aronde (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Aronde weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 ZAZ Wagon, 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, 1955 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Aronde | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Simca | ZAZ |
| Model | Aronde | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
