1956 Simca Aronde vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Aronde | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aronde | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |
