1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 878 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | AMC | Simca |
| Model | Ambassador | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
