2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Caterham | Simca |
Model | 7 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |