1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Seville | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
