1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 21 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 228 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | 121 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |