1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 34 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Galant | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
