1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | 145 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |