1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Aronde weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1956 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 1956 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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 Citroen Visa (110 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Visa | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 39 L |
