1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (70 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1958 Simca Aronde (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 500 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 27 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |