1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1981 Mercury Lynx is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1953 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1981 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Lynx | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Lynx | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
