1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 7 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 327 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | 2600 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |