1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Simca | Westfield |
| Model | Aronde | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
