1952 Simca Aronde vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 57 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 490 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 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Simca Aronde | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | Aronde | Forester |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 64 L |
