1954 Simca Aronde vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Simca Aronde | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Celica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
