1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1970 Abarth 595 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, 1953 Simca Aronde (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 1953 Simca Aronde (88 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm). This means 1953 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 595 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 39 L |
