1952 Simca Aronde vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Simca Aronde | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 60 L |
