1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 13 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 40 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
