1995 Porsche 993 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 993 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
