1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 660 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2819 mm |
