1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 36 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | Virage | Aronde |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |