1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1953 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 Maserati 420 (259 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | 420 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
