1956 MG MGA vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Simca Aronde is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 MG MGA.
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, 1956 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1956 MG MGA | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | MG | Simca |
Model | MGA | Aronde |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |