1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 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 (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Vectra | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
