1996 Rover 800 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800, 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 Rover 800 (240 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 1996 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 800 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 800 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
