1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 25 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (186 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 39 L |
