1953 Simca Aronde vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 57 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 354 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 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, 2010 Seat Leon, 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, 2010 Seat Leon (280 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Simca Aronde | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Simca | Seat |
Model | Aronde | Leon |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |