2009 Honda Fit vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 52 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 501 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Fit | Aronde |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |