1954 Simca Aronde vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 168 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Simca Aronde | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
