1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Simca Aronde is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
Model | 220 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |