2004 Seat Altea vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 455 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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Altea | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Altea | Aronde |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |