1952 Simca Aronde vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Simca Aronde | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aronde | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 100 L |
