1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 145 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
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, both vehicles can yield 83 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 127 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 39 L |
