1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 1986 Honda Integra is newer by 29 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Integra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Honda Integra, 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, 1986 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1986 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | Aronde | Integra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
