1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
