1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 286 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Vectra | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
