1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Austin A 90 is newer by 14 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1952 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 Austin A 90 (222 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 90 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 39 L |
