1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 654 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Aronde | Altima |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 76 L |
