2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Panda | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
