1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade.
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 Honda Ballade, 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 Honda Ballade (108 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Ballade | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
