2006 Lexus IS vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 49 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 645 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.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Lexus | Simca |
| Model | IS | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
