2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Aronde weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 39 L |
