1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1953 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | L 200 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
