1957 Peugeot 403 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, both 1957 Peugeot 403 and 1957 Simca Aronde were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (70 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 403 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 403 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
