1955 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 960 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Simca Aronde | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Simca | Tata |
Model | Aronde | Safari |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |