1956 Simca Aronde vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 200 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Simca Aronde | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | Aronde | Celica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 75 L |