1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 280 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 1998 Mazda Levante 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 Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 1998 Mazda Levante 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. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Levante | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
