1999 AC Aceca vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 550 kg more than 1955 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
Make | AC | Simca |
Model | Aceca | Aronde |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |