1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 35 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 185 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.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Spider | Aronde |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |