1957 Simca Vedette vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1341 kg more than 1957 Simca Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2010 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Vedette has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Vedette | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Armada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3129 mm |
