1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is newer by 9 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
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 Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Scarabeo | Aronde |
Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |