1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Pinin is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 880 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Pinin | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Pinin | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
