1968 Lotus Seven vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Lotus Seven is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Seven (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Lotus Seven.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Seven | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Seven | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
