1959 Simca Aronde vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Simca Aronde | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | Aronde | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |
