2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 514 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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 Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Toledo | Aronde |
Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 39 L |