1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 25 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 120 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.
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.
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1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Spider | Aronde |
Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |