1999 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
