1957 Fiat 500 vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1957 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Simca Aronde (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 450 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Simca Aronde (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 500 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 39 L |