1953 Simca Aronde vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 53 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Because 1953 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 1953 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Simca Aronde | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 35 L |
