1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 929 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
