1986 Porsche 928 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1952 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 928 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 928 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 39 L |
