1964 Simca 1000 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1964 Simca 1000 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 (70 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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 (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1000 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1000 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
