2003 Opel Speedster vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Speedster weights approximately 25 kg more than 1953 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (250 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Speedster | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 39 L |
