1969 Honda S600 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1969 Honda S600 is newer by 14 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Aronde weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
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:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | S600 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
