1954 Simca Aronde vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1974 Skoda S 110 R is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Simca Aronde (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (51 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Simca Aronde weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Simca Aronde | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Aronde | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
