1988 Renault 25 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, 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, 1988 Renault 25 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 25 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
