1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Jaguar 420G is newer by 7 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 798 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.
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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | 420G | Aronde |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 39 L |