1959 Simca Aronde vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Simca Aronde | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aronde | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 100 L |
