1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 17 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 1300 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
