1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 42 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1953 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 1953 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Vivace | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
