Simca Aronde Montlhéry (1962)Foto: Jonn Leffmann, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Simca Aronde Montlhéry

1962 — France

Muscle Era (1960-1974)FrenchRacing HeritageSwinging Sixties
Engine1,290 cc
DrivetrainRWD

Simca Aronde Montlhéry

The Simca Aronde Montlhéry represented the sporting pinnacle of the successful Aronde range, named after the legendary French racing circuit. Its tuned 1.3-liter engine produced 62 horsepower, modest by today's standards but providing lively performance in the lightweight body. Features included enhanced instrumentation, sportier seating, and distinctive badging that set it apart from standard Arondes. The Montlhéry variant appealed to enthusiasts seeking affordable performance wrapped in practical family-car packaging, embodying Simca's reputation for value-oriented sporting automobiles.