1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ6 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
