2007 Kia K2700 vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1954 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, 2007 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia K2700 | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | K2700 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
