1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1971 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 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 (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. 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 (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 500 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 960 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 |