1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | Aronde | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |
