1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Because 1951 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 1951 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1951 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1951 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Cielo | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
