1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1959 Simca Aronde is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 472 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
