2002 Honda Acty vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 66 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1958 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 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Acty | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 906 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
