1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Simca Aronde (62 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Simca Aronde weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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, 1954 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 124 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
