1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Concerto | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
