1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1996 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Tempra | Aronde |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |