1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 68 kg more than 1952 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 39 L |
