1967 Morris Minor vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1967 Morris Minor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor.
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, 1959 Simca Aronde (89 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 1959 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Morris Minor | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Morris | Simca |
Model | Minor | Aronde |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 39 L |