1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1961 Austin A 60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. 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, 1961 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 60 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
