1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
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 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
