1958 Seat 600 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Seat 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. In terms of performance, 1952 Simca Aronde (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 344 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Seat 600 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | 600 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
