1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 18 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alpine | Simca |
Model | A 110 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 39 L |