1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (81 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 280 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulietta | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
