1972 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 15 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, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte.
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:
| 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Consorte | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
