1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 9 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. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 248 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | 33 Stradale | Aronde |
Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |