1958 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 840 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander, 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 Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Simca Aronde | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2789 mm |
