1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 18 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 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 239 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Sunbird | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
