1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 13 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 1970 Simca 1301 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (70 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Simca Aronde (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Aronde | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
