1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 15 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 (70 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Simca Aronde (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Aronde | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
