1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1976 Fiat 131 (102 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 131 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
