1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 33 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 10 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 33 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
