1953 Simca Aronde vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 59 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1157 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Simca Aronde | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aronde | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 100 L |
