1954 Simca Aronde vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 44 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1350 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Simca Aronde | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | Aronde | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |