1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1971 MG Midget is newer by 14 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, 1971 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 MG Midget.
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, 1971 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Simca | MG |
| Model | Aronde | Midget |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
