2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 430 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.
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 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | Boxster | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
