1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 560 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, 1991 Buick Riviera, 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Riviera | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
