1993 Jaguar XJ vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1954 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
