1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1965 Jaguar MK X is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 930 kg more than 1954 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jaguar MK X | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | MK X | Aronde |
Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |