1952 Simca Aronde vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 180 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde. 1997 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 1952 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1952 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Simca Aronde | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Aronde | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
