1988 Audi V8 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | V8 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
