1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. Both 1966 Alfa Romeo GT and 1958 Simca Aronde are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (93 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | GT | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
