1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 37 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 250 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alpine | Simca |
Model | V6 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |