1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 402 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1957 Simca Aronde (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Autobianchi | Simca |
Model | Bianchina | Aronde |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |