1976 Nissan Laurel vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1976 Nissan Laurel is newer by 19 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 150 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Laurel | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Laurel | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
