2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 55 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 315 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Fiorino | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
