1973 Simca 1301 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 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. Both 1973 Simca 1301 and 1958 Simca Aronde are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (70 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Simca Aronde (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1301 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
