1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 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 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 171 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 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
