1970 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1958 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 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Simca |
| Model | M530 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
