1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Simca Aronde (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Simca Aronde weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1954 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Palio | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
