1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 740 kg more than 1958 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, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
| Model | Longchamp | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
