1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Celica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
