1958 Simca Aronde vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. 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, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Aronde | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | Aronde | Sedan |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |