1953 Simca Aronde vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 630 kg more than 1953 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde. 1997 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1953 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1953 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Simca Aronde | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Simca | Holden |
| Model | Aronde | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
