2000 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
