1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 53 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 472 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai, 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 Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Simca | Nissan |
Model | Aronde | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |