1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 56 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 705 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 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde. 2007 Volvo V50 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. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | Aronde | V50 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 60 L |
