1958 Simca Aronde vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1967 Simca 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 156 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Aronde | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Simca | Simca |
Model | Aronde | 1000 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 29 L |