1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 645 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Pontiac | Simca |
Model | Firebird | Aronde |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |