1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Florian is newer by 20 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 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, 1979 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Florian | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
