1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (56 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 131 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
