1966 MG Midget vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 MG Midget 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 MG Midget.
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 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | Midget | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
