1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1960 Abarth Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Coupe (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 310 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
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:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 39 L |
