1959 Simca Aronde vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1965 Simca 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. Both 1959 Simca Aronde and 1965 Simca 1300 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde.
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:
| 1959 Simca Aronde | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Aronde | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
