2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 54 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 75 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.
Because 1954 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Materia | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
