1970 Morris Minor vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1970 Morris Minor 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, 1957 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. 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, 1957 Simca Aronde (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Morris Minor | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Morris | Simca |
Model | Minor | Aronde |
Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |