1982 Buick Electra vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 24 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Electra | Aronde |
Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |