1999 Seat Toledo vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 47 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1952 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 1952 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo, 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 Seat Toledo (210 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Toledo | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Toledo | Aronde |
Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 88 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |