2009 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 159 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | Aronde |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |