1991 Porsche 944 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1991 Porsche 944 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 944 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1953 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 Porsche 944 (337 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 944 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 944 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 39 L |
