1954 Abarth Simca vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Simca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Simca would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP) has 331 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Simca. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Simca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1671 kg more than 1954 Abarth Simca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Abarth Simca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1954 Abarth Simca has manual transmission. 1954 Abarth Simca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Abarth Simca | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
Model | Simca | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 375 HP |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2743 mm |