1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 472 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Vectra | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
