2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 844 kg more than 1954 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Cadillac | Simca |
Model | Seville | Aronde |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |