1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1952 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 1952 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Uno | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
