1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 697 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 670 kg more than 1952 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 812 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Lotec | Simca |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 980 kg |
