1972 Opel Commodore vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 Opel Commodore 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Commodore weights approximately 210 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 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Commodore | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Commodore | Aronde |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |