2007 MG TF vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 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 MG TF (166 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | TF | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 39 L |
