1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1972 ZAZ 966 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 (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Simca | ZAZ |
| Model | Aronde | 966 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
