1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1974 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 434 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 500 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
