2004 Honda Life vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 47 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1957 Simca Aronde (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Life | Aronde |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 790 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |