2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
Model | Guara | Aronde |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 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 | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |