1958 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 20 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Aronde | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Simca | Lotus |
Model | Aronde | Elise |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |