1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 25 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Because 1957 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Honda Ballade (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | Aronde | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
