1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 23 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 115 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, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Delta | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
