1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 53 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300.
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, 2010 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Simca | Mazda |
Model | Aronde | B2300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |