2006 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
