1958 Simca Aronde vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 33 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Leone weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Simca Aronde | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | Aronde | Leone |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
