1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1958 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. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | Virage | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
