2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 255 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Premacy | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 39 L |
