1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1967 Trabant P 601 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 355 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Simca | Trabant |
Model | Aronde | P 601 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |