2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 740 kg more than 1952 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 39 L |
