1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1971 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Land Rover Serie II (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1971 Land Rover Serie II (158 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1971 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Land Rover Serie II | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Serie II | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
