1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 25 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1958 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 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata, 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, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Regata | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
