2005 Honda Fit vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit, 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Fit | Aronde |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 39 L |