1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1965 Alpine A 110 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 345 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 110 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 39 L |
