1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1968 Simca 1200S is newer by 11 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, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S.
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 (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Aronde | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
