2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 430 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Freelander | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
