1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 30 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 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 75 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
