1963 NSU 1000 C vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1963 NSU 1000 C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Simca Aronde (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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, 1951 Simca Aronde (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 C | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | NSU | Simca |
| Model | 1000 C | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 39 L |
