1956 Simca Aronde vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 1958 Tatra T603 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1958 Tatra T603 (158 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1958 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Aronde | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Simca | Tatra |
| Model | Aronde | T603 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
