2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 48 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1511 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 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | LR3 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
