1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
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, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1971 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Consorte | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
