1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 76 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
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 Kadett (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Kadett | Aronde |
Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |