2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 360 kg more than 1953 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio, 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 Fiat Palio (104 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Palio | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 39 L |
