1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 22 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 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 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Peugeot | Simca |
Model | 505 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |