1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1300 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | Aronde | Transporter |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3410 mm |