1954 Simca Aronde vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 634 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, 2010 Honda Element, 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Simca Aronde | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Simca | Honda |
Model | Aronde | Element |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2576 mm |