1991 Audi V8 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 36 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 830 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 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | V8 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
