1956 Simca Aronde vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 305 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Aronde | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Simca | Lada |
| Model | Aronde | Niva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 45 L |
