1956 Simca Aronde vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 45 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Aronde | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | Aronde | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 57 L |
