1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 54 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 237 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 1951 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 1951 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |
