1968 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 10 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1958 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | DS | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
