1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 52 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Simca Aronde (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2003 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1951 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1951 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | Aronde | Z |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 35 L |
