1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 55 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 50 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, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde. 2006 Smart ForFour 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. 2006 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Simca | Smart |
| Model | Aronde | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 47 L |
