1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mistral is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 295 kg more than 1957 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 Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mistral | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Maserati | Simca |
Model | Mistral | Aronde |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |