1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 39 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Simca Aronde (89 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm). This means 1959 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Laputa | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 39 L |
