1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 124 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 920 kg |
