1958 Simca Aronde vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP) has 374 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Simca Aronde | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | Aronde | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
