1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 17 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Eagle | Aronde |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |