2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 50 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 400 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | B | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
