1953 Simca Aronde vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 45 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 870 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.
Because 1998 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Simca Aronde | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
