1957 Simca Aronde 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 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. Both 1957 Simca Aronde and 1958 Simca Aronde are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Simca Aronde (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Simca | Simca |
Model | Aronde | Aronde |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 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 | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |