1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1960 Fiat 1200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. Both 1960 Fiat 1200 and 1952 Simca Aronde are equipped with a 1,221 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 15 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200.
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 Fiat 1200 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1200 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 39 L |
