1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 765 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | GTO | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
