1968 Maserati Indy vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Maserati Indy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 540 kg more than 1955 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 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Indy | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Maserati | Simca |
Model | Indy | Aronde |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |