1958 GAZ M20 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1959 Simca Aronde is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 GAZ M20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 GAZ M20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 GAZ M20 (125 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1958 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | GAZ | Simca |
| Model | M20 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
