1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 14 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 310 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
