1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore 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 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 220 kg more than 1958 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Commodore | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
