1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1967 Simca 1501 is newer by 10 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. At 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1957 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, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Aronde | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
