1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 490 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
