1959 Simca Aronde vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 94 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Simca Aronde 2009 Toyota Tacoma
Make Simca Toyota
Model Aronde Tacoma
Year Released 1959 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 361 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 39 L 79 L


 

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