1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 50 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1060 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3190 mm |
