1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 33 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
