1954 Simca Aronde vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 360 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 1954 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Simca Aronde | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Simca | Citroen |
Model | Aronde | Xantia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |