1958 Simca Aronde vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 48 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 465 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 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Aronde | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Simca | Subaru |
Model | Aronde | Impreza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |