1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (70 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 36 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Simca Aronde (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulietta | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
