1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Sentia | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | Sentia | Aronde |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |