1957 Simca Aronde vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 41 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Camry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
