1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 294 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Belmont | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
