1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 62 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 265 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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Simca Aronde | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Simca | Mini |
Model | Aronde | Cooper |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |