1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1956 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-7 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 39 L |
